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Spondylitis is an inflammation of a vertebra. Spondylitis is the name given to a group of chronic or long lasting diseases also called Spondyloarthritis or Spondyloarthropathy. These diseases are forms of inflammatory Arthritis that primarily affect the spine, although other joints and organs can become involved1.
1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spondylitis
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is achronic painful and often progressive condition that brought about by inflammation of the joints of the spine. It affects the joints between the vertebrae and the sacroiliac joints, i.e, the area where your spine meets your pelvis.
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What type of doctor treats ankylosing spondylitis?
A rheumatologist
How commmon is Ankylosing spondylitis?
Less than 1% of the population has AS; however, 20% of AS sufferers have a relative with the disorder
Is Ankylosing spondylitis worse than rheumatoid arthritis?
No. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease ankylosing spondilitis is not.
What will periarticular sclerosis do in long term?
This seems to be related with Ankylosing spondylitis and for more info on this Go to the related link below
What form of rheumatoid arthritis primarily causes inflammation of the joints between the vertebrae?
Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of arthritis that primarily affects the joints between the vertebrae.
What is rheumatoid spondylitis also called?
Ankylosing spondylitis
Is ankylosing spondylitis an autoimmune disease?
Yes, ankylosing spondylitis is an autoimmune disease.
What is the population of Spondylitis Association of America?
The population of Spondylitis Association of America is 9.
What term means inflammation of the vertebrae?
Spondylitis is the medical term meaning inflammation of the backbone.
What is thoracolumbar spondylosis?
Thoracolumbar spondylitis can be referred to as lumbar spondylitis or cervical spondylitis. Thoracolumbar refers to the lumbar or thoracic vertebrae. It is a form of arthritis due to age-related disease in joints and the spine.
What other condition is Ankylosing spondylitis often mistaken for?
Ankylosing spondylitis is often confused with mechanical back pain in its early stages.
Can ankylosing spondylitis cause chronic low back pain?
Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of arthritis that causes chronic pain in the back.
Is there a cure for spondylitis?
There are many possible treatments available for spondylitis. Treatment is based on the kind of spondylitis, as there are different kinds. This includes medication, excercise and physical theraphy, postural practices, hot and cold theraphy and finally, surgery.
Is spondylitis a hereditary?
Spondylitis, particularly ankylosing spondylitis, has a genetic component, with a strong association to the HLA-B27 gene. While having the gene increases the risk of developing the condition, it does not guarantee that an individual will have spondylitis. Environmental factors and other genetic influences also play a role in the disease's development. Thus, while there is a hereditary aspect, it is not solely determined by genetics.
Where is the Spondylitis Association of America?
Sherman Oaks, California
Who on motley crew has ankylosing spondylitis?
Mick Mars
What type of doctor treats ankylosing spondylitis?
A rheumatologist
